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The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and to the anniversary of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas. From the earliest days of the Church, people have been fascinated by Jesus’ promise to come back. But the scripture readings during Advent tell us not to waste our time with predictions. Advent is not about speculation. Our Advent readings call us to be alert and ready, not weighted down and distracted by the cares of this world (Lk 21:34-36). Like Lent, the liturgical color for Advent is purple since both are seasons that prepare us for great feast days. Advent also includes an element of penance in the sense of preparing, quieting, and disciplining our hearts for the full joy of Christmas. (USCCB)

Christmas Season Mass Schedule
December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Thursday, December 8th
  • 8:00 a.m.  — Mater Christi Church
  • 8:30 a.m.  — St. Mary Church
  • 7:00 p.m.  — Mater Christi Church
December 12: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Sunday, December 12th
  • 7:00 p.m.  — St. Mary Church
  • More information
December 17: Simbang Gabi
Saturday, December 17th
  • 5:00 p.m.  — Mater Christi Church
December 24: Christmas Eve
Saturday, December 24th
(No morning Masses.)
  • 3:00 p.m.  — St. Mary Church
  • 3:00 p.m.  — St. Mary Parish Center; Children’s Christmas Pageant
  • 4:00 p.m.  — Mater Christi Church
  • 5:00 p.m.  — St. Mary Church
  • 10:00 p.m.  — St. Mary Church (Livestream)
    • Carols begin at 9:30 p.m.
  • 12:00 Midnight — Mater Christi Church
    • Carols begin at 11:30 p.m.
December 25: Christmas Day
Sunday, December 25th
  • 8:00 a.m. — Mater Christi Church
  • 8:00 a.m. — St. Mary Church 
  • 9:30 a.m.  — Mater Christi Church
  • 10:00 a.m.  — St. Mary Church
  • 11:00 a.m.  — Mater Christi Church
(No 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Mary Church)
December 30: Feast of the Holy Family
Saturday, December 30th
  • Regular Daily Mass Schedule
December 31 & January 1: Mary, Mother of God
Saturday, December 31st
  • 4:00 p.m. — St. Mary Church
  • 5:00 p.m. — Mater Christi Church
Sunday, January 1st
  • 8:00 a.m. — Mater Christi Church
  • 8:00 a.m. — St. Mary Church
  • 9:30 a.m. — Mater Christi Church
  • 10:00 a.m. — St. Mary Church
  • 11:00 a.m. — Mater Christi Church
(No 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Mary Church.)
January 7/8: Epiphany
Saturday, January 7 & Sunday, January 8
  • Regular Weekend Mass Schedule
January 14/15: Baptism of the Lord
Saturday, January 14 & Sunday, January 15
  • ​Regular Weekend Mass Schedule
Advent Sacrament of Reconciliation
Christmas lights seem to be going up earlier this year. It appears we are eager to dispel the darkness as we await the birth of the Light of the World.

We have been given a gift that graces us to dispel other darkness’s—in our hearts, in our lives. Pope Francis wrote, “The Lord never tires of forgiveness. Let us ask for the grace not to tire of asking forgiveness because he never tires of forgiving.”

The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrated:
December 13, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary Church.

Please view our Reconciliation Service online.
Please click here to sign up.

You can also continue to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation each Saturday of Lent prior to the Vigil Mass, beginning at 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary Church and 4:00 p.m. at Mater Christi Chuch.

Come to the Light!
Advent Events
Advent Family Formation Evening
  • Wednesday, November 30; 6:30 p.m. — Parish Center (behind St. Mary Church)
  • Link to Flyer
  • ​Link to Signup

Las Posadas
  • Friday, December 16; 7:00 p.m. — St. Mary Church
  • Tuesday, December 20; 7:00 p.m.  — Mater Christi Church
  • Click here for more information.
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Advent Resources
  • Vatican, Pope Francis – What we should do for Jesus and others!
  • USCCB – What is Advent?
  • Archdiocese of Chicago – Advent Resources
  • Dynamic Catholic – Best Advent Ever
  • Word on Fire (Bishop Barron) – Advent Reflections
  • Formed - Sign up for Daily (Advent) Reflections.
  • EWTN – Advent Resources
  • Relevant Radio – Advent Inspirations
  • Loyola Press – Advent Resources
  • Sadlier – Advent Resources
  • Our Sunday Visitor – Advent Stories & Resources
  • RCL Benziger – Printable Advent Resources
  • Catholic.org – Advent Resources
  • Catholic Mom – Advent Resources for You and your Family
  • Catholic Icing – Advent and Christmas Crafts and Activities for Kids
  • Hallow App – Click Here to download the app and for more information.
  • Catholic Extension – ​Advent Resources     Signup for Advent Reflections
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Locations & Contact information

Mater Christi Church
2401 S 10th Avenue
North Riverside, IL​  60546
Directions

St. Mary Church
105 Herrick Road
Riverside, IL​  60546
Directions

Mother of Mother's Shrine
at Mater Christi Church

2401 S 10th Avenue
North Riverside, IL​  60546
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Bishop Timothy J. Lyne
Pastoral Center & Parish Office

40 E. Burlington Street
Riverside, IL 60546
Directions
708-447-1020
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St. Hugh Faith Formation Center
2400 S. 10th Avenue
North Riverside, IL 60546
Directions
708-447-1020
Email
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St. Mary School
97 Herrick Road
Riverside, IL 60546
Directions
708-442-5747
Fax:  708-442-0125

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    • Catholic Resources >
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      • Daily Mass Readings
      • The Archdiocese of Chicago
      • USCCB
      • The Vatican
      • Synod 2021-2023
      • Pray Tell Blog with Rev. Ed Foley
      • Bishop Robert Barron's Sunday Homily
    • Parish Gallery
    • Facilities Use Request
    • Counseling & Abuse Resources >
      • Counseling Services
      • Domestic Violence Resources
      • Protecting Our Children (Virtus)
  • Worship
    • Mass & Reconciliation Schedule
    • Presider Schedule
    • Sacraments >
      • Baptism
      • Reconciliation (Confession)
      • Eucharist
      • Confirmation
      • Anointing the Sick
      • Holy Orders
      • Matrimony
    • Adoration
    • Liturgy & Music
    • Funerals >
      • Pray for our beloved deceased...
    • Rosary
    • Virtual Prayer Wall
    • Mass Intention Requests
    • About the Sunday Readings
  • Learn
    • Youth Faith Formation >
      • Welcome
      • Religious Education
      • SPRED
      • St. Mary School (K-8)
      • Catechesis
      • Children's Liturgy of the Word
      • Confirmation Corner
      • Youth Ministry
      • Kid's Page
    • Adult Faith Formation
    • RCIA – Adult Sacraments
    • Alpha
    • Protecting Our Children (Virtus)
  • Engage
    • Get Involved – Ministry Information
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